Hungunda - Mundgod, Uttara Kannada
Hungunda is a village situated in the Mundgod taluka of Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mundgod and around 152 km from the district headquarters in Karwar. Hungund serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hungunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hungunda is 603015. The village covers a total geographical area of 1865.44 hectares and falls under the 581349 pincode. Mundgod is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Hungunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yellapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Uttara Kannada Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hungunda
As per Census 2011, Hungunda village has a total population of 4,195 people, consisting of 2,115 males and 2,080 females. The village has 934 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 572 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,543 literate and 1,652 illiterate residents. Additionally, 252 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 167 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hungunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,195 | 2,115 | 2,080 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 572 | 288 | 284 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 252 | 130 | 122 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 167 | 86 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 2,543 | 1,408 | 1,135 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,652 | 707 | 945 |
Nearby Villages of Hungunda
Hungunda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Rajajinagar | North | 2.50 km |
| Wadagatta | East | 3.31 km |
| Nelliharvi | North-West | 3.44 km |
| Agadi | West | 3.78 km |
| Indoor | South | 3.97 km |
| Rajivanagar | North | 4.01 km |
| Astakatti | North-East | 4.03 km |
| Bendalgatti | North-East | 5.21 km |
| Aralihonda | North-West | 5.38 km |
| Bachanaki | South-East | 5.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hungunda
Hungunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kundgol, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mundgod to Hungunda is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Karwar to Hungunda is about 152 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hungunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hungunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Hungunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hungunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Hungunda
Where is Hungunda located?
Hungunda village is located in Mundgod Taluka, Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hungunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Hungunda is Hungund.
What is the pincode of Hungunda?
The pincode of Hungunda is 581349.
What is the population of Hungunda?
Hungunda has a total population of 4,195, including 2,115 males and 2,080 females.
How many households are there in Hungunda?
There are 934 households in Hungunda.
What is the literacy rate in Hungunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hungunda is 60.62%. Male literacy is 66.57% and female literacy is 54.57%.